Graduate Internships for Operations and Strategy Management

Job Description

Graduate Internships for Operations and Strategy Management | Idaho National Laboratory (INL)

The Tone:
This is an internship at Idaho National Laboratory (INL), located in Idaho Falls, ID. INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory supporting the U.S. Department of Energy’s mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. This role offers graduate students a high-impact opportunity to apply their expertise to complex, real-world challenges supporting INL’s mission and enhancing strategic decision-making and efficiency.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Temporary
• Location: Idaho Falls, ID

• Team: Collaboration with senior professionals across INL’s business and operations areas.
• Mission: To assess organizational systems, evaluate operational performance, and develop data-informed recommendations that enhance strategic decision-making and efficiency.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Strategic Projects: Lead or contribute to strategic projects involving organizational assessment, operational analysis, or performance optimization.
• Research & Analysis: Apply advanced research, modeling, or evaluation techniques to inform policy, process design, or resource planning.
• Reporting & Presentation: Prepare and present findings, reports, and recommendations to support decision-making by INL leaders and stakeholders.
• Professional Development: Engage in enrichment activities including workshops and networking opportunities.
• Strategy Development: Demonstrate critical thinking, initiative, and the ability to translate analytical insights into actionable strategies that drive institutional performance.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Enrolled full-time in a graduate program at an accredited college/university, pursuing advanced degrees in fields like Business & Management, Communications, Human Resources, Policy, or Economics.
• Experience: Introductory knowledge of subject matter and systems related to the assigned project, with the ability to work with support to meet deadlines and produce formal documents.
• Skills: Critical thinking, initiative, ability to translate analytical insights into actionable strategies, effective verbal and written communication, and ability to develop effective working relationships.
• Bonus: Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy “L” or “Q” clearance, which requires U.S. Citizenship, and eligibility for travel reimbursement.